The image shows a riverbank with a group of monkeys fishing. The horizon line is high, showing the sky, distant hills, and a bridge. The scene has detailed brushwork depicting trees and water. The color palette is earthy with tones of brown and green, with accents of red, blue, and orange on the monkeys' clothing. In the foreground, two monkeys are in a boat with a net, while others are helping. More monkeys are shown on the right, holding poles and nets, indicating a lively scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1739
- Medium
- oil on canvas
- Dimensions
- 5111 × 3249 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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